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Mount Franklin adds organic, branded and functional products to its mix

Known as a private-label and contract manufacturer of candies and nuts, Mount Franklin Foods has decided to complement its manufacturing ...

Ferrara looks to revitalize former Nestlé brands after Ferrero acquisition

Todd Siwak, ceo of Ferrara Candy Co., says bringing the former Nestlé brands under Ferrara’s wing offers the perfect gr...

Puratos Group rolls out cocoa sustainability program in Papua New Guinea

Puratos Group has introduced its Cacao-Trace sustainable cocoa sourcing program to Papua New Guinea.

Report: Specialty food pulled in $140.3 billion in 2017

Specialty foods remains one of the fastest-growing sectors in the food industry, a report issued by the Specialty Food Association r...

European Cocoa Association elects Barry Callebaut’s Steven Retzlaff as president

The European Cocoa Association elected Steven Retzlaff, president of global cocoa at Barry Callebaut, as chairman during its last General...

Hershey names former Panasonic exec Damien Atkins general counsel

The Hershey Co. has named Damien Atkins as its new senior v.p., general counsel and secretary, effective Aug. 13.

Bosch Group seeking buyer for packaging machinery division

Bosch Group will seek a buyer for its packaging machinery division with the goal of the eventual buyer maintaining all 6,100 global emplo...

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French Broad Chocolate founders take a road less traveled

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Jael Rattigan literally held her future in her hands. …

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Achieving the 'best' caramel by formulation, processing

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There are many different types and styles of caramel and just as many visions of what is the "best" caramel. …

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Let’s talk about Blockchain, baby

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Blockchain is like the new pet rock. Everyone’s talking about it and nobody really gets it — but they’re all too scared to admit it makes no sense because everyone …

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Snacking — and treating — take the stage at Sweets & Snacks Expo 2018

It’s always sweet to see Chicago’s McCormick Place transform into a wonderland of candy and snacks for the annual Sweets & Snacks Expo. …

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Highlander Partners acquires Queen City Candy

Christian Metzger

Private investment firm Highlander Partners acquired Indiana-based gummy manufacturer Queen City Candy in a deal announced July 6. …

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Salty snacks market to reach $29 billion in 2022

Christian Metzger

In its latest report, market research firm Packaged Facts projects the salty snacks market to exceed $29 billion in 2022. As of last year, retail sales were estimated at $24 …

Sweeteners

Nordic chocolate brand kAAKAO pushing for change in EU sugar legislation

Christian Metzger

Nordchocolate Ltd., the company behind kAAKAO bars, is pushing for change in EU legislation that prevents it from calling its products chocolate. …

M&M'S lentl-shaped dispenser

Alyse Thompson

CandyRific has released a new M&M'S-shaped candy dispenser.

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Hershey Military Appreciation XL Bars

Christian Metzger

The Hershey Co. has released specially-wrapped military appreciation bars just ahead of the Fourth of July.

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Let’s talk about Blockchain, baby

By Crystal Lindell

Blockchain is like the new pet rock. Everyone’s talking about it and nobody really gets it — but they’re all too scared to admit it makes no sense because everyone else seems really excited about it. It’s OK. Editor Crystal Lindell is here to help.

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Gums & Mints

Chewpod functional gum

Alyse Thompson

Chewpod functional gum is now available to U.S. consumers.

Non-Chocolate

Fruit Forest gummies

Alyse Thompson

These gummies are made with 100 percent real fruit and have a low glycemic index.

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Simply Natural Organic Breath Mints

Alyse Thompson

Simply Natural Organic Breath Mints help naturally restore fresh breath

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CandyRific licensed mister fans

Alyse Thompson

CandyRific has created an assortment of licensed mister fans to help candy lovers stay cool and enjoy the summer.

Candy Industry Magazine

June 2018

The June issue features a variety of new candy products, the North American Sweet 60 top companies list, and the bean-to-bar journey for Glacier Confection.

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